5-Door Impreza vs Outback Performance By Carter Subaru Ballard In Seattle, WA. The Subaru Outback does come with a larger engine and the above fuel mileage reflects the entry level Impreza with a manual transmission. When upgraded to the efficient CVT automatic transmission, the Subaru Impreza is capable of achieving up to 37 MPG.

People's Vote. First, the similarities: both the Outback and the Crosstrek are regular cars with lifted suspensions and standard all-wheel drive. The Outback is closely related to the Subaru Legacy sedan, while the Crosstrek is a Subaru Impreza hatchback with fender flares and a taller ride height. Then again,...

Subaru Impreza vs Subaru Legacy. It's also a nicer place to spend the commute, thanks to ride-enhancing suspension tweaks and lowered noise levels. As with the Impreza, all-wheel drive is standard, but that's not the only reason to buy a Legacy. It's a capable family sedan in all respects, no matter the weather.

(c) Impreza vs. Outback body style should also be based on whether you want/need the big back seat the Outback has. We have two kids in car seats, so the Outback's back seat is NICE. (d) There's no comparison with the thrust and fun a WRX has, but an Outback with a manual transmission is probably the most fun you'll have in a family size car.

Subaru’s Crosstrek subcompact crossover SUV and Impreza compact car are essentially fraternal twins. The Crosstrek is an Impreza hatchback that’s been ruggedized with a raised suspension, plastic body cladding, and a few other design tweaks, including unique wheels.

Subaru "refreshed" the Outback last year to keep it competitive, but the 2019 Forester is produced on Subaru's newest "Global Platform" that won't underpin the Outback until the 2020 model year. The new platform is significantly more quieter than previous iterations, increasing crashworthiness and handling agility while reducing cabin noise.